TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js): Building and optimizing scalable backend services in a microservice-oriented environment for a multiposting platform with an accent on integrations with job platforms, API design, and reliability. Focus on developing clean, testable code with Node.js/TypeScript, ensuring performance, and contributing to automation.

Location: Hybrid in Barcelona, Spain with 104 remote days per year (post-probation). Relocation support to Spain is provided.

Salary: €70,000–€85,000 / year

Company

%hirify_global% is building intuitive, powerful recruiting software to help businesses find the right people effortlessly.

What you will do

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services in a microservice environment.
Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps teams to deliver impactful features.
Write clean, well-structured, and testable code using modern technologies.
Conduct peer code reviews and participate in technical retrospectives.
Help define technical requirements and propose scalable solutions.
Ensure the reliability, performance, and security of %hirify_global%’s backend infrastructure.

Requirements

5+ years of backend development experience.
2+ years of experience working with a strongly typed language (TypeScript, Go, Java, etc.).
Solid experience with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
Strong understanding of backend architecture, scalability, and performance optimisation.
Good unit and integration testing experience.
Experience with message brokers (SNS, RabbitMQ, Kafka, Google Pub/Sub, etc.).

Nice to have

Experience with Node.js and GraphQL.
Familiarity with gRPC and protocol buffers.
Understanding of SOLID principles and Clean Architecture.
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes.
Previous experience in SaaS or HR Tech environments.

Culture & Benefits

Hybrid work model with 104 remote days per year (post-probation).
Competitive salary and Apple hardware (MacBook).
Team events including brunches, sports activities, and quarterly gatherings in Berlin.
Culture of automation, testing, and knowledge sharing.
Relocation support including paperwork, travel, and one month of furnished accommodation.

Hiring process

Intro call (~30 min).
Hiring Manager Review & Interview (~60 min).
Technical Interview (~60–120 min).
Optional: Meet the Team.